Ceremony Masters

29/01/2021

New rules for the Puget Sound for funerals, weddings and receptions. Effective Monday, February 1, receptions will be allowed.

13/12/2020

Happy to say it:
Wishing you a very Merry and Blessed Christmas!

30/11/2020

Communication

27/11/2020

The power of positive thinking!

07/11/2020

Next Wednesday is Veterans Day (the 11th day of the 11th month). Thankful for all who have serve.

Great time to consider some way to show appreciation to veterans for our cherished freedoms.

01/11/2020

Always moves me to witness honors for those who have served our country.

01/11/2020

Good times

Yoda, my co-officiant for a disabled vet and avid movie Star Wars fan. I wielded a light saber.

30/10/2020

Halloween candy buffet, complete with Cruella deVille

29/10/2020

No trick: I'm looking forward to the treats on Saturday! Happy Halloween, everybody!

01/07/2020

At least I learned something

20/06/2020

Good to see the governor is lightening up on funeral and wedding services on other than church sites.

05/06/2020

Rest in Peace: Chief David Dorn (ret.), killed in looting violence. God, please grant peace to our country.

David Dorn, 77, had worked for the St. Louis police force for 38 years before retiring and becoming the police chief in Moline Acres.

03/06/2020

We celebrated medical professionals (as we should) during the virus; I celebrate law enforcement and fire/EMS particularly during this "unrest". Unrest? Lawlessness and mob rule is an assault on everything America stands for. Thanks to our emergency responders. God bless you.

30/05/2020

Glad that my phone seems to work. Thanks to directors who have kept me in mind in recent weeks for some small family services. Zoom, phone and text work great for "meeting" families and crafting appropriate tributes.

28/03/2020

Glad to see that the Governor's office has clarified that immediate family funeral gatherings are now permitted subject to "social distancing".

24/03/2020

Still available for your text, email, call or Zoom video.

23/03/2020

In light of the prohibition on funerals in our state, working on video options for families to "virtually" honor those they've loved.

23/03/2020

Milestones and ceremonies: Saddened by the loss of the way we mark the big events in our lives.

Beneath the world-wide upheaval of the virus, people are privately mourning the loss of life’s special moments, as long-anticipated celebrations and events go dark.

23/03/2020

Neil Diamond sings a COVID19-inspired version of Sweet Caroline.

Neil Diamond sings “Sweet Caroline” with updated lyric for safety during Covid-19 pandemic. Stay safe out there!

20/03/2020

Interesting article on the effects of COVID-19 on funerals and mourning across the world.

HEALTH-CORONAVIRUS/RITES (INSIGHT, PIX):INSIGHT-"There are no funerals:" Death in quarantine leaves nowhere to grieve

19/03/2020

While we're on the top side of the turf -- with all this virus disruption and since you can't go to the theater, the gym, the restaurant, the bar or even work -- make the most of the time actually looking at your family while you're home.
The best hour of the day can be at your own table, sharing a meal.
You're not stuck; it just might be a blessing.

15/03/2020

Still in the left seat at the controls of services throughout the Puget Sound region.

25/02/2020

A few years back, the auditorium at Puyallup High School was the place for a teacher's memorial. A rabid Seahawks fan, the service was held during a playoff game. Per advance request from the "guest of honor", the score was updated through the service.

12/02/2020

I enjoyed being auctioneer for the youth auction (no youth were harmed in the production of this event) at First Lutheran Bothell this Sunday. Raised over $20,000 for their programs. Always love working with buddy Roger Steinke!

31/01/2020

I shared the celebrant role with Yoda a few years back. Me? I wore a black robe and carried a light saber in the darkened room as we celebrated the life of an avid movie buff.
Then, as now, "May the force be with you."

29/01/2020

Some practical life advice from pilots.

1. Aviate, Navigate, Communicate: In the aviation world, this is a common approach to all flying situations, especially emergency conditions. Aviation

28/01/2020

Great advice. I've observed the truth of this often.

25/01/2020

At 2:00 PM we'll honor Jim. He was a logger and avid fresh water fisherman who loved "real" country music.

25/01/2020

24/01/2020

Privileged to work with two loving parents of a 29 year old who had cerebral palsy. They said she was a challenge at times, but never a bother and always their companion.